Yarn Notes
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Arguably the best silk mohair out there - ITO Sensai will quietly ruins other silk mohairs for you...

Thanks to it's high silk content (40%) and fine Japanese spinning techniques, this is the silk-mo that even "people who don't like silk mo" will love.

This one is less "hairy" than standard silk mohair yarns, extra soft and cloud-like, and with a really lovely sheen.

Sensai is sourced from small Japanese mills with impressive sustainability standards, and very consistent quality.

"In 2009 ITO was the first company to offer a silk mohair yarn of that fineness which was very innovative and difficult to spin with such a high percentage of silk. Moreover, the mohair is sourced from a farm that is certified for sustainable farming and recognised for their excellent quality clips, making ITO Sensai exceptionally soft to the skin." Tanja Lay, ITO Yarns

The mohair distribution is more even compared with other silk-mo's resulting in a smoother fabric, and hardly any shedding at all thanks to the picky selection of only high quality long-fibre mohair.

And we are gaga over the colour palette which is both elegant and contemporary at the same time. ITO take care to create colours which will last through the ages, and don't chop and change each season like some brands.

We stock all 56 colours 😊.

It's stunning held double, or alongside another yarn to give it an "upgrade" without adding bulk.

But it's also breathtaking all on its own!

We think Sensai reflects everything ITO does so beautifully - restraint, balance, and an obsessive attention to how something actually feels in your hands and on your body.

Ingredients:40% Mulberry Silk, 60% Fine Mohair

Length:
240m (262 yd)

Weight:
20g

Gauge:
Lace (held alone)

8 - 25 sts = 10cm (4")
2 - 5mm needle (US 0 - 8)

Yarn 1	Yarn 2	Needles	Sts 10cm
Sensai	-	2 - 5mm needle (US 0 - 8)	8-25
Sensai	Kinu	3.50 mm (US 4)	25
Sensai	Washi	3.5 - 4mm (US 4 - 6 )	23-26
Sensai	Tetsu	4.00mm (US 6 )	26
Sensai	Shimo	4.00mm (US 6 )	23

ITO Yarns brings together fine, distinctive yarns from small, high end mills in Japan, blending a rich textile heritage with a beautifully modern, design-led aesthetic.

Known for their refined textures, elegant colour palettes and unusual fibre combinations, ITO yarns are perfect for knitters and makers who love creating fabric with depth, drape and character.

One of our fav aspects of ITO Yarns is how beautifully the different bases work together. Hold a yarn double or combined with another yarn to create unique texture, softness and visual interest  with the best of all worlds. Super exciting for adventurous knitters and anyone who loves to experiment.

From the softest silk mohair ever (Sensai) and crisp plant-based blends to softly structured wool and silk yarns, ITO yarns offer a whole world of inspiring possibilities. 

At Tribe Yarns, we love ITO for its high-end, thoughtful construction, fresh contemporary feel and uncompromising luxurious finish. The best of Japanese yarns for knitting, crochet and weaving.

ITO translates simply as “yarn” in Japanese. The brand combines traditional Japanese sensibility with innovation, resulting in yarns that feel both timeless and strikingly modern. 

We love the fact that the colour palette is subtle, sophisticated and beautifully nuanced, with shades that sit effortlessly together. But with mandatory pops for some edginess that never goes out of fashion, ITO don't change up their colours every single season like some brands - their colours are designed to keep your creations stylish forever. 

Our curated ITO Yarns collection at Tribe includes some of the most exciting yarns for contemporary garment knitting, textured accessories and artistic weaving. If you’re looking for yarns with a refined hand-feel, a unique fabric outcome and a distinctly modern edge, ITO is your man.

Explore the collection and find your perfect ITO pairing!

Ito Yarn

ITO Tetsu (Silk + Stainless Steel Yarn)

ITO Kin Gin (Sparkly Yarn)

ITO Gin (Real Silver Thread)

ITO Sensai (Silk Mohair)

Plain Knits #10 top with Tetsu Kit

ITO Shio (Merino Yarn)